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North East police forces targeting 'perpetrator behaviours' across night time economy
42% of the individuals identified and stopped by officers during the most recent deployment had previous links to offences of violence against women and girls
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Durham Residents Urged to Share Views on Dog Licensing in New Welfare Study
New research led by the RSPCA, Dogs Trust, and the York Health Economics Consortium is calling on people across Durham to make their voices heard on the possible return of dog licensing. The research will explore how dog ownership could be made safer and better supported, with a particular focus on ...
Phil Vickery to Headline Bishop Auckland Food Festival 2026
Celebrity chef Phil Vickery is set to make a much-anticipated return to one of the North East’s most popular culinary events this spring. Phil, a familiar face on ITV’s This Morning for over 25 years, will headline the Bishop Auckland Food Festival, taking place on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 Apri...
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'Forgetful' County Durham sex offender struggled to recall terms of order, court told
A ‘forgetful’ sex offender used aliases to access online chat rooms, in breach of a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO), a court was told.
Durham PCC announces funding boost for sexual violence support
Durham Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen has announced new funding for services that support survivors of sexual violence.
Ferryhill man facing sentence for Darlington and Consett burglaries in December
A man is facing sentence next month for two domestic burglary offences committed only four days apart in December.
County Durham Primary Named National Exemplar for Outstanding Outdoor Learning
A County Durham primary school is celebrating after receiving its fourth prestigious award for outstanding outdoor play. Esh Winning Academy has once again been awarded the Platinum Award for Outdoor Learning and Play (OPAL), following a successful re-accreditation. Following its repeated success si...
County Durham pre-pensioners share struggles with MPs at inquiry
Members of the Commons Work and Pensions Committee have met pre-pensioners in County Durham as part of their inquiry into the State Pension age.
County Durham primary school collects fourth award for outdoor play
Esh Winning Academy in County Durham has received its fourth Platinum Award for Outdoor Learning and Play following a successful re-accreditation.
20 Years of Peatland Restoration: North Pennines Marks Major Nature Recovery Milestone
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the North Pennines National Landscape team’s peatland work. The work to restore peatlands in the uplands of County Durham, Cumbria and South West Northumberland has achieved national and international significance, not only for the restoration work itself bu...
North East police forces join national firearms amnesty with some blank firers now illegal
The amnesty started on February 2, and will be running through to February 27, with possession of one of the weapons a criminal offence after that date
Yellow weather warning for snow and ice issued for parts of County Durham
A yellow weather warning for snow and ice has been issued for parts of County Durham from tonight.
North East space sector seeks global partners during United States trip
A delegation from Space North East England has travelled to the United States to promote the region’s growing space sector during Florida Commercial Space Week.
LIVE - One lane closed on A1(M) after rush-hour crash causes delays
One lane is closed on the A1(M) between Bradbury and Bowburn after a crash this morning
Home builder offers new scheme to help buyers in County Durham
Housebuilder Bellway has launched a new campaign to help buyers in County Durham save up to £20,000 on a new home.
Firefighters warn Darlington and Durham homes over electrical fire risks
County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service is urging residents to check everyday electrical habits during Electrical Fire Safety Week.
Roman find unearthed in County Durham reveals one man’s forgotten military career
Today's Object of the Week reveals how one County Durham man’s long‑forgotten military career reshapes what we know about Roman Britain.
County Durham firework display axed as organisers say they've been 'forced' to cancel
A community firework display in Coxhoe says it has been "forced" to cancel this year’s event due to being unable to meet essential safety requirements.
Newton Aycliffe man stalked estrange wife after 36-year marriage ended
A Newton Aycliffe man who could not accept the end of his 36-year marriage loitered outside the house his estranged wife moved into and constantly messaged her.
Public notice: New parking restrictions around this Durham leisure centre
New parking regulations affecting drivers near Abbey Road Leisure Centre in Pity Me, Durham, will come into force on Thursday, February 5.